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Head, eyes, ears, nose, and throat terminology
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Nursing
Undergraduate 2
03/02/2010

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AMBLYOPIA
Definition
lazy eye, reduction or dimness of vision with no apparent pathological condition of eye
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ARCUS SENILIS
Definition
opaque white ring around cornea caused by fat deposits
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ASTIGMATISM
Definition
alteration in the curvature of the eyeball so the image is not sharply focused
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CATARACT
Definition
Clouding of the lens of the eye
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CHALAZION
Definition
Small, localized swelling of eyelid (stye) caused by obstruction and dilation of the meobian gland.
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CONJUNCTIVITIS
Definition
Inflammation of the conjunctiva (mucous membrane lining of eyelid and sclera) caused by bacterial or viral infection, allergies or environmental factors.
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DIOPTER
Definition
Refractory lens found in ophthalmoscope
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DIPLOPIA
Definition
Double vision
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ECTROPION
Definition
An eversion (outward turning or sagging) of the eyelid)
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ENTROPION
Definition
Inward rolling of the eyelid
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EPICANTHAL FOLDS
Definition
A vertical fold of skin from root of nose to median
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ESTROPIA
Definition
Marked turning inward of eyes
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EXOPHTHALMOS
Definition
abnormal protrusion of the eyeballs
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GLAUCOMA
Definition
Abnormal condition of increased intraocular pressure
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GOITER
Definition
An enlarged thyroid gland. Visible as swelling in front of neck. May be associated with hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism.
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HEMIANOPIA
Definition
Blindness in one of visual field
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HORDEOLUM
Definition
Sty, infectious process in the eyelid
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HYPEROPIA
Definition
Farsightedness, image focused behind retina
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HYPERTELORISM
Definition
Abnormal increased distance between eyes
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LID LAG
Definition
Eyelid positioned higher than normal on eyeball, as noted with thyroid disease.
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MYDRIASIS
Definition
Pronounced or abnormal dilation of pupil
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MYOPIA
Definition
Nearsightedness, image in front of retina
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NYSTAGMUS
Definition
Involuntary movement of the eye
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OD
Definition
Oculus Dexter: Right Eye
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OS
Definition
Ocular Sinister: Left Eye
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PALPEBRA
Definition
eyelid
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PAPILLEDEMA
Definition
Inflammation of the optic nerve caused by increased intraocular pressure
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PERRLA
Definition
Acronym that stands for:
pupils are equal, round, reactive to light with accommodation
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PRESBYOPIA
Definition
Loss of the eyes lens to accommodate to near vision. Occurs around age 40
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PTERYGIUM
Definition
Thick triangular (wing-like) growth of tissue that extends medially from the nasal border of cornea to the inner canthus of eye
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PTOSIS
Definition
Dropping or drooping of an organ such as an eyelid
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SCOTOMA/SCOTOMATA
Definition
An island-like blind gap in the visual field
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STRABISMUS
Definition
Cross-eyed, optic axes cannot be directed to the same object.
Term
XANTHELASMA
Definition
Raised yellow plaques on the eyelids, may be due to Hypercholeserolemia
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AURICLE
Definition
The Pinna - the outer ear
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CERUMEN
Definition
ear wax
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MALLEUS
Definition
Largest of the three auditory ossicles in the middle ear
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OTITIS
Definition
Inflammation of the ear
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Otitis Externa
Definition
outer ear infection (swimmer’s ear)
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Otitis Media
Definition
middle ear infection
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Otitis Interna
Definition
inner ear infection (Labrinthitis)
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OTORRHEA
Definition
Inflammation of ear with purulent drainage
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PARS TENSA
Definition
Portion of tympanic membrane which is taut
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PINNA
Definition
the outer ear (Auricle)
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PRESBYCUSIS
Definition
progressive loss of hearing due to normal aging
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SEROUS OTITIS
Definition
Inflammation of the middle ear with serous fluid present creating pressure on tympanic membrane.
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TRAGUS
Definition
Cartilaginous projection in front of the external opening to the ear.
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UMBO
Definition
Inner surface of the tympanic membrane where the malleus is attached
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ANOSMIA
Definition
Loss or impairment of the sense of smell
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BRUXISM
Definition
Grinding of teeth
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BUCCAL
Definition
Relating to inside of cheek
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CARIES
Definition
Tooth caries
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CHEILITIS
Definition
Abnormal condition of lips characterized by inflammation and cracking of skin.
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DYSPHAGIA
Definition
Inability or difficulty swallowing
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EDENTULOUS
Definition
Without teeth
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EPISTAXIS
Definition
nosebleed
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FRENULUM
Definition
A fold of mucous membrane that connects two parts
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LEUKOPLAKIA
Definition
White spots or patches on tongue or cheeks, may be become malignant.
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LYMPHADENOPATHY
Definition
Any disorder characterized by a localized or generalized enlargement of lymph nodes or lymph vessels.
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MACROGLOSSIA
Definition
: Hypertrophy (enlargement) of the tongue associated with congenital disorders, i.e. Down Syndrome
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MICROCEPHALIC
Definition
Abnormally small head
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MICROGNATHIA
Definition
Underdevelopment of the jaw, especially the mandible
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NARES
Definition
nostrils
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PAPILLAE
Definition
A small protuberance or elevation such as taste papillae of the tongue.
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PERIODONTITIS
Definition
Inflammation or degeneration of dental periosteum; gum disease with bone loss.
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PHARYNGITIS
Definition
Inflammation of the pharynx (sore throat)
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PLAQUE
Definition
gummy mass of microorganisms that grow on teeth and around roots
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POLYP
Definition
A tumor with a pedicle, bleeds easily
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RHINITIS
Definition
Inflammation of the nasal mucosa
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STOMATITIS
Definition
Inflammation of the mouth
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VERTIGO
Definition
a sensation of instability, loss of equilibrium, caused by a disturbance in the semicircular canal of the inner ear
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